Neighborhood Report
Grade C
Anchorage, AK Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade C
25 ZIP codes · 7,300 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Anchorage, AK. We analyzed 25 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade C (67/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 9 | 36% |
| C | 16 | 64% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Anchorage ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 99501 | 70 | B | 292 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 2 | 99502 | 70 | B | 292 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 3 | 99503 | 70 | B | 292 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 4 | 99510 | 70 | B | 292 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 5 | 99515 | 70 | B | 292 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 6 | 99516 | 70 | B | 292 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 7 | 99517 | 70 | B | 292 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 8 | 99518 | 70 | B | 292 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 9 | 99519 | 70 | B | 292 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 10 | 99509 | 66 | C | 292 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 11 | 99511 | 66 | C | 292 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 12 | 99513 | 66 | C | 292 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 13 | 99514 | 66 | C | 292 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 14 | 99520 | 66 | C | 292 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 15 | 99521 | 66 | C | 292 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 16 | 99522 | 66 | C | 292 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 17 | 99523 | 66 | C | 292 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 18 | 99524 | 66 | C | 292 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 19 | 99529 | 66 | C | 292 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 20 | 99530 | 66 | C | 292 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 21 | 99599 | 66 | C | 292 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 22 | 99695 | 66 | C | 292 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 23 | 99504 | 65 | C | 292 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 24 | 99507 | 65 | C | 292 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 25 | 99508 | 65 | C | 292 | 0.0016 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 0 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 25 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 7,300 total violations across Anchorage
- 500 health-based violations
- 25 of 25 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| E. coli | 1850 | 25 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 1125 | 25 |
| Fecal Coliform | 1075 | 25 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | 850 | 25 |
| Total Coliform | 725 | 25 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Anchorage?
ZIP code 99501 has the highest safety score in Anchorage at 70/100 (grade B). Check the full report for details.
Is Anchorage water safe to drink?
Anchorage has an average water safety score of 67/100 (C). Water quality varies by neighborhood — no ZIP codes currently exceed EPA lead limits. Always check your specific ZIP code.
Related Pages
Data Sources
- EPA SDWIS
- U.S. Census Bureau
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